Voyage through the Middle Rhine to Trier

Discover the fascinating city of Basel in the company of an expert local guide on this combined coach and walking tour. After seeing some of the highlights on a short panoramic drive, you will leave your coach and explore the pretty Old Town on foot.

Learn about how this dynamic Swiss city has evolved over time to become a city of contrasts, with historic buildings and traditions sitting alongside striking modern architecture and a lively developing art scene.

Walking Grade 3

Please note: Expect to walk approximately one mile over terrain which may be cobbled. The walk from the cathedral to the Town Hall/Market Square includes approximately 60 steps down and then a steep incline back up. Should you decide not to join this section of the tour, you will have some free time at the top instead. The total standing and/or walking time will be approximately one-and-a-half hours.

3 hours

Visit Strasbourg’s UNESCO-listed old quarter, famous for its wealth of history and graceful architecture. Take a short coach journey from your ship to embark the canal boat and enjoy a relaxing cruise along the waterways overlooked by 12 centuries of religious, civil and military architecture with commentary provided through headphones.

You disembark in the city centre just a short walk from the old town and pink sandstone cathedral. From here you will have approximately 90 minutes of free time to explore the city independently. Perhaps take a walk to the lively hub Petit-France, browse the shops for souvenirs or treat yourself to a sweet treat from one of the many tempting patisseries. After your free time, rejoin your Saga Team at the cathedral and walk to the coach, for the return journey to the ship.

Please Note: There are two versions of this tour available. The Standard Tour has approximately one hour of free time after the canal cruise before a return to your ship for lunch and a relaxing afternoon on board. The Extended Tour has three-and-a-half hours of free time, enabling you to spend more time exploring at leisure and to enjoy lunch independently in the city before a return transfer mid-afternoon. Please ensure you book the version of the tour you wish to participate in, changes once you have arrived on board are not always possible.

Most of the walking on this tour is at your discretion however, as access to the city centre in Strasbourg is restricted for large vehicles, there will be essential walking of approximately three-quarters-of-a-mile from the centre to rejoin your coach. The terrain is cobbled in many parts of the city.

Due to large scale events taking place in both Germany and France, enhanced Border Control checks are likely. Please ensure you take your passport with you when you leave the ship to visit Strasbourg, either as part of your included tour or independently.

4 hours

Visit Strasbourg’s UNESCO-listed old quarter, famous for its wealth of history and graceful architecture. Make the short coach journey from your ship to embark the canal boat and enjoy a gentle cruise along the waterways overlooked by 12 centuries of religious, civil and military architecture with commentary provided through headphones.

You disembark in the city centre just a short walk from the old town and pink sandstone cathedral. From here you have approximately three-and-a-half hours of free time to explore independently. Take a walk to the lively hub Petit-France where you can find a selection of cafes and restaurants perfect for a relaxed lunch, visit the inside of the cathedral or browse the shops for souvenirs.

After your free time you will rejoin your guide at the cathedral and walk to the Place de la Republique, one of Strasbourg’s main squares, to board your coach for the return journey to the ship.

Please Note: There are two versions of this tour available. The Standard Tour has approximately one hour of free time after the canal cruise before a return to your ship for lunch and a relaxing afternoon on board. The Extended Tour has three-and-a-half hours of free time, enabling you to spend more time exploring at leisure and to enjoy lunch independently in the city before a return transfer mid-afternoon. Please ensure you book the version of the tour you wish to participate in, changes once you have arrived on board are not always possible.

Most of the walking on this tour is at your discretion however, as access to the city centre in Strasbourg is restricted for large vehicles, there will be essential walking of approximately three-quarters-of-a-mile from the centre to rejoin your coach. The terrain is cobbled in many parts of the city. Quietvox Interactive Maps are available on board to assist with independent exploration.

Due to large scale events taking place in both Germany and France, enhanced Border Control checks are likely. Please ensure you take your passport with you when you leave the ship to visit Strasbourg, either as part of your included tour or independently.

6½ hours

This tour will take you on a journey back in time as you combine a visit to the old town with a guided exploration through the local castle. As you set off through the winding alleys of the old town, you’ll get to know the many different faces of Heidelberg, from its shady squares to the oldest university in Germany and the Heiliggeistkirche (Church of the Holy Spirit).

Then, after a wander through the Jewish Quarter, you can head up to the castle itself. Upon arrival, look forward to a tour around the inner courtyard and the castle garden before discovering the residence ruins and the famous giant barrel.

Walking Grade 4

Please note:Expect to walk approximately one-and-a-half miles in total over flat ground during this excursion with a total standing and/or walking time of approximately three hours.

5 hours

Disembark your ship and travel by coach into central Trier, passing along the banks of the Moselle to see the ancient Roman Bridge. You will then explore further with a guided tour on foot to visit the largest Roman gate north of the Alps – the UNESCO World Heritage listed Porta Nigra – as well as the quaint Market Square, Cathedral and Church of Our Lady.

Walking Grade 4

Please note: Expect to walk approximately one-and-a-half miles over terrain which may at times be uneven or cobbled. There is a total walking and/or standing time of two-and-a-half hours. The exact tour duration may vary depending on the mooring location of your ship.

3½ hours

From the ship in Breisach, embark on a coach journey past Freiburg up into the narrow Höllental ("Hell's valley") with its photographic crags, deep valleys and soaring mountains. There, you will visit the "Hofgut Sternen", an old inn which has been transformed into a hotel and shop. Here, there’s time to try a slice of the famous Black Forest cake before continuing up the Höllental all the way to Titisee.

This little town lies at the shores of Lake Titisee, one of the deepest lakes in the Black Forest. After a short walk through the modern town, from the bus to the lake, it’s time to board a mini cruise. Floating across the lake, enjoy the views of the hills around before your walk back to the bus as a group. On the way back to Breisach, you will drive through the Glottertal, one of the most picturesque valleys of the Black Forest.

Walking Grade 3

Please note: Expect to walk approximately one and a quarter miles over level terrain with the possibility of cobblestones. The short walk from the coach to Hofgut Sternen is on a slight incline. There are a small number of steps on and off the boat in Titisee. There is a total compulsory walking and/or standing time of approximately an hour.

5 hours

Head to the imperial city of Speyer, once the centre of the Holy Roman Empire of the German Nation. Its cathedral, founded by the Salian emperors in the 11th century, has a rich history and serves an importance for the Christian faith.

Once the largest church in the world after it was built, today it is a great example of Romanesque architecture. On this tour, marvel at this UNESCO World Heritage Site and see more of the city’s highlights on foot with your local guide.

Walking Grade 3

Please note: Expect to walk approximately three quarters of a mile over mostly level but cobbled terrain, with the possibility of steps. There is a total walking/standing time of approximately 90 minutes.

1½ hours

Depart the ship by coach for your journey to the fairytale Eltz Castle, widely considered to be one of the most beautiful castles in Germany, partly due to its hillside setting surrounded by woodland.

The 850-year-old castle is now in the possession of the 34th generation of the von Eltz family and is one of the only complexes in Germany that has never been conquered in conflict and was able to survive the wars of the 17th and 18th centuries and the social upheavals of the French Revolution unscathed.

The treasure chamber in the cellar vaults houses more than 500 masterpieces of art from the 12th-19th centuries. You will explore the castle and discover more about its unique history in the company of an expert guide.

Walking Grade 5

Please Note: As Eltz Castle has an elevated position there is a moderately steep downhill walk of approximately half a mile on arrival and half a mile uphill on your return via a tarmac path. Inside the castle there are frequent steps, no lifts are available, and you should expect to walk approximately 550 yards. The terrain can be uneven in places and during wet weather some of the stone paths can also be very slippery, so we recommend that sturdy footwear is worn. This tour has a total walking and/or standing time of approximately two hours. This tour is not suitable for those with limitedmobility.

4½ hours

In the centre of Koblenz city, underneath the main building of the former Deinhard sparkling wine cellar, is the Koblenz Wine and Sparkling Wine Museum, founded in 1969. After a walk from the ship, join a guided tour through the historic museum, stepping into the vaults to learn about how the local wine used to be made with the original equipment before being exported. Then, enjoy a tasting of three Sekt wines, giving you more of a flavour of Deinhard before heading back to the port.

Walking Grade 3

Please note: Expect to walk approximately one mile in total over flat ground with a total standing and/or walking time of approximately one hour. There are some steps to negotiate inside the venue, leading down to the vaults.

2 hours

On this tour you will be introduced to the Prussian Koblenz of 1870, when the fortress of Ehrenbreitstein was under siege due to the Franco-Prussian War and just 10 valiant night watchmen looked after the safety of all the citizens of the city. Immerse yourself in history and accompany a 'watchman' on the nightly patrol of his precinct around the Church of Our Lady as he shares the intriguing tales of the city during this turbulent time.

Walking Grade 4

Please note:Expect to walk approximately one-and-a-half miles over terrain which will be cobbled, and there may be some steps to climb. There is a standing and/or walking time of approximately 90 minutes.

1½ hours

Depart your ship by minibus and head up the hillside to Reichsburg Castle where you’ll learn about its colourful history and see a panoramic view of the Moselle valley and river below. During this castle visit, you’ll be accompanied by a guide who will delve deeper into it’s interesting past revolving around its rescue and restoration into a grand 19th-century neo-Gothic wonder. Today, it is a showcase for Renaissance and Baroque furniture which you can see for yourself as you explore the rooms before later heading down to the town for a short, guided walk. 

Walking Grade 4

Please note: Expect to walk up to approximately three-quarters-of-a-mile over level but cobbled terrain. On arrival at the castle, there is a walk of approximately 220 yards on a steep incline between the minibus drop-off point and the entrance. Inside Reichsburg Castle there are frequent steps and the paths are uneven; there is no lift access. This tour has a total standing and/or walking time of approximately two hours.

2½ hours

Step aboard the land train from the pier and enjoy a guided tour around the town. Starting at the old Mosel Bridge, you'll be taken through the old town and across the new bridge into the Cond district, which offers a great view of Cochem and Reichsburg.

Then, head to the Moselstrabe and alongside the vineyards, which ascend the valley. After your sightseeing tour you'll have some free time to spend in Cochem, before rejoining the land train for your return journey to the ship.

Walking Grade 2

Please note:Walking and/or standing on this tour is during your free time only and this is at your discretion. This tour includes travel by land train which can occasionally be bumpy and therefore may be unsuitable for those with back and/or neck problems.

1½ hours

Join a leisurely walk through the traditional Moselle town of Traben-Trarbach. Stroll through the old town which is renowned for its Art Nouveau villas and Belle Epoque splendour.

In the early 1900's, the town was the largest wine trading centre in Europe after Bordeaux. Discover the town's many secluded alleys and traces of bygone days, whilst your guide highlights the historical tales and modern day life in this delightful town.

Walking Grade 4

Please note: Expect to walk approximately one-and-a-quarter miles over level but cobbled terrain. Expect to be walking or standing for the full duration of this excursion.

1½ hours

Among this tour’s sights are the St Nikolaus Hospital, the parish church of St Michael with its mighty Gothic slate tower, the birthplace of Nikolaus Cusanus and the historic market square with its centuries-old half-timbered houses in the old town.

The unique vista of the Moselle cultural landscape is your constant companion on this land train journey through Bernkastel-Kues. After your tour concludes you may walk back to your ship or perhaps choose to stay for further time to explore independently.

Walking Grade 2

Please Note: Expect to walk approximately 550 yards over paved terrain which may at times be uneven or cobbled. There is a total walking and/or standing time of approximately 20 minutes. This tour includes travel by land train, which can occasionally be bumpy and therefore may not be suitable for those with back and/or neck problems.

1 hour